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Ibis Reproductive Health

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Global research and advocacy org advancing sexual and reproductive autonomy, choices, and health worldwide. #IbisDrivesChange 🔗 https://www.ibisreproductivehealth.org

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Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · Apr 21

🦋 Hi Bluesky! We are a global research & advocacy org committed to advancing sexual and reproductive autonomy, choices, and health worldwide.

#IbisDrivesChange through bold, rigorous research and principled partnerships that advance sexual and reproductive autonomy, choices, and health worldwide.

Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 2d

Learn more about other ways to donate to Ibis at: bit.ly/4n0hkCH

#DAFDay #IbisDrivesChange

Support Ibis and help us to drive change

A gift to Ibis supports our work to drive change through bold, rigorous research and principled partnerships that advance sexual and reproductive autonomy, choices, and health worldwide. We welcome donations from individuals and institutions. Ibis...

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Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 2d

Your contribution will help us to advance bold ideas that build power and lead to lasting change. To recommend a grant through a DAF, contact your fund’s manager and request a grant distribution to Ibis Reproductive Health.

Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 2d

Today is DAF Day—a day of giving focused on support from donor-advised funds. DAFs are one way to support Ibis and our work to advance sexual and reproductive autonomy, choices, and health worldwide.

Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 4d

We're excited to introduce our new Research Coordinator: Milani Naik! In this role, Milani will support the MORE Study + the Later Abortion Initiative. Welcome, Milani! We're thrilled to be working with you. #BeAnIbis www.ibisreproductive...

Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 9d

🚨 Opportunity Alert! 🚨
Want to help shape a privacy-first reproductive health app? Join Euki’s User Advisory Team! 🩸
📅 Apply by Oct 15
🔗 eukiapp.org/useradvi...
#EukiApp #ReproHealthJustice #PrivacyMatters #CycleTracking

Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 13d

Event details:
📅Monday, 29 September 2025
⏰10:00-14:00
📌The Forge, Braamfontein

#ISAD2025 #AddYourVoice #IbisAfrica

Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 13d

to engage in courageous discussions and raise awareness about abortion rights and access, Ibis and partners are hosting an International Safe Abortion Day Imbizo.

Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 13d

To explore the public’s understanding of abortion rights and access, how their values inform their opinions about abortion, and, more importantly,

Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 13d

🧵Today is International Safe Abortion Day!

Access to safe & legal abortion is a constitutionally recognised right in South Africa. Despite existing legislation, many women face significant barriers to accessing safe abortions. Join us tomorrow as we commemorate this vital day!

Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 15d

#WorldContraceptionDay Fact: Opill is now available online + in stores nationwide–no ID or Rx needed! Visit opill.com/pages/dona... to find an organization near you that is distributing it free of cost. #FreeThePill

Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 15d

This #WorldContraceptionDay, we’re celebrating Opill on shelves across the US–no Rx or ID needed!🥳 #FreeThePill

➡️Here's how two @freethepill.bsky.social coalition members are working to ensure Opill is equitably accessible in their communities:

World Contraception Day Spotlight: Expanding affordable access to Opill through innovative…

This Friday, September 26, marks World Contraception Day, recognized annually to commemorate the significance of birth control globally…

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Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 15d

Now more than ever, we need to expand contraceptive options and improve equitable access to the full range of sexual & #repro health.

This #WorldContraceptionDay, spread the word about the first-ever OTC birth control pill: bit.ly/AllAboutOpill... 💊 #FreeThePill

Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 15d

Happy #WorldContraceptionDay!

Today, we’re celebrating Opill on shelves across the US–no Rx or ID needed! Together with @freethepill.bsky.social, we 👏did 👏that👏!

Now, we’re continuing our work to ensure it is equitably accessible to *everyone* who wants it: freethepill.org/even...

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Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 15d

This is a space for meaningful dialogue about ensuring safe, legal, and accessible reproductive healthcare for all.
Read the full statement here➡️ bit.ly/3IB34lA
#ISAD2025 #IbisAfrica

Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 15d

🗣️ PRESS STATEMENT | International Safe Abortion Day Imbizo
Join us for a critical dialogue on safe abortion access and advocacy.
📅 29 September | 🕐 10:00-14:00 | 📍 The Forge, Braamfontein
Together for safe, legal, accessible healthcare for all.

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Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 18d

Event details:
📅Monday, 29 September 2025
⏰10:00-14:00
📌The Forge, Braamfontein

#ISAD2025 #AddYourVoice #IbisAfrica

Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 18d

and, more importantly, to engage in courageous discussions and raise awareness about abortion rights and access.
This event is in partnership with the Mmoho Campaign, @ipasasr.bsky.social, Tiko Africa, SRJC, Accountability International, MB Teen Lifetyle, Soul City and SECTION27

Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 18d

This year, we are hosting an International Safe Abortion Day Imbizo.
We want to explore the public’s understanding of abortion rights and access, how their values inform their opinions about abortion,

Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 18d

🧵In 2023 and 2024, Ibis hosted the International Safe Abortion Day March to raise awareness of the critical need for accessible and safe abortion services and information for women, girls and gender expansive communities in South Africa.
This year, we are SWITCHING THINGS UP!

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Free the Pill @freethepill.bsky.social · 22d

#WorldContraceptionDay is 1 week away! Please join us online on Friday 9/26 to:
📣 Uplift our movement to #FreeThePill + bring more types of BC pills OTC in the US
📣 Raise awareness about #opill + advocate for expanded affordability measures
📣 Share our NEW resources, launching that day!

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Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 24d

This #TelehealthAwarenessWeek, Ibis researchers have launched a blog series diving into the history of telemedicine, exploring the impact of #VirtualCare, and demonstrating how #IbisDrivesChange by contextualizing study findings.

One key takeaway: #TelehealthWorks ⬇️

Why telehealth works: High acceptability among patients and providers

This blog post is the third in a series written by Ibis researchers for Telehealth Awareness Week. Learn more about this portfolio of work…

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Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 25d

It's #TelehealthAwarenessWeek! This week highlights progress & improvements, and #IbisDrivesChange through our research exploring the impacts of #VirtualCare on the landscape for sexual & reproductive health. Check out our latest blog post ⬇️

From Clinic to Couch: The Journey to Direct-to-Patient Telehealth Abortions

This blog post is the second in a series written by Ibis researchers for Telehealth Awareness Week. Learn more about this portfolio of work…

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Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 26d

This week is #TelehealthAwarenessWeek! Learn how #IbisDrivesChange through our new blog series, highlighting our telehealth research and exploring the impacts of #DigitalHealth & #VirtualCare on the landscape for sexual and #reprohealth care ⬇️

Beyond the Pandemic: The enduring rise of Telehealth in the United States

This blog post is the first in a series written by Ibis researchers for Telehealth Awareness Week. Learn more about this portfolio of work…

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Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 26d

abortion rights and access, how their values inform their opinions about abortion, and, more importantly, to engage in courageous discussions and raise awareness about abortion rights and access.

#ISAD2025 #IbisAfrica

Ibis Reproductive Health @ibisrh.bsky.social · 26d

Join us at The Forge, Braamfontein, on 29 September at 10:00-14:00 as Ibis, the Mmoho Campaign, @ipasasr.bsky.social, Tiko Africa, SRJC, Accountability International, & SECTION27 host an #ISAD2025 Imbizo to explore the public’s understanding of...